Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Rashtriya Sanskrit Vidyapeetha

Programme overview

Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Rashtriya Sanskrit Vidyapeetha runs a suite of certificate, diploma, advanced diploma and postgraduate diploma courses on a self-financing, part-time basis. The courses are intended to address social and contemporary needs in line with the university's mandate and are administered by individual course coordinators.

What you'll study

• Diploma in Computer Application (1 year)
• Diploma in Jainvidya
• Diploma in Jyotish Pragya
• Diploma in Medical Astrology
• Diploma in Paurohitya (Karmkand)
• Diploma in Sanskrit Vyakaran Prayogik-Prashikshan Evam Sambhashan
• Diploma in Vastushastra
• Diploma in Sanskrit Vangmay (Darshan) – requires graduate equivalence
• Advanced Diploma in Jyotish Bhushan (2 years) – requires graduate equivalence or Diploma in Jyotish Pragya
• Advanced Diploma in Vastushastra – requires graduate equivalence and Diploma in Vastushastra
• Post Graduate Diploma in Sanskrit Journalism (1 year) – requires graduate equivalence
• Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga – requires graduate equivalence and a health certificate from a recognized doctor
• Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga and Naturopathy
• Post Graduate Diploma in Vastushastra (2 years) – requires graduate equivalence

The source lists programme names, durations where applicable (one- and two-year options) and specific prerequisite links between some diplomas and advanced diplomas.

Entry requirements

Admission to these part-time, self-financed courses is handled by the respective course coordinators. Candidates apply to the coordinator for the chosen course and admission is determined on the basis of an interview. Minimum academic eligibility varies by programme: several diplomas require Intermediate (10+2 or equivalent), while others require a graduate-level qualification or a prior diploma where specified.

Career prospects

These short and advanced diplomas provide focused, specialised grounding that may support roles in teaching, religious and cultural institutions, consultancy in traditional disciplines (for example Vastu or Jyotish), community and social projects, journalism in Sanskrit media, or enhance professional practice for those already active in related fields. The part-time format allows learners to combine study with employment or other commitments.

Scholarships & funding angle

All listed courses are offered on a self-financing basis; the university publishes a fee schedule for each programme (admission fee, identity card fee, examination fee, library fees and other components are itemised). Prospective applicants should check the university fee table and contact the course coordinator about any available financial assistance or concessions.